Our roots

Built on Legacy. Focused on the Future.

As a proud affiliate of Printec-DS, a European industry leader with over 40 years of innovation in Human-Machine Interface (HMI) technology, our company is founded on a legacy of excellence, reliability, and technical mastery.

Backed by the experience and resources of our parent company, we bring proven expertise to new markets—delivering robust, secure, and scalable HMI solutions engineered for high-performance environments. While Printec-DS laid the foundation, we are focused on pioneering the next chapter: expanding capabilities, deepening local partnerships, and driving future-forward interface design.

Our heritage empowers us. Our mission propels us.

Welcome to the next evolution of HMI—powered by Printec-DS.

 

1966

Foundation of Ing. G. Dekorsy GmbH, the original predecessor of our company today.

1983

DS-Keyboard Technic is founded as an independent limited company with 18 employees, specializing in the development and production of high-quality switches and assemblies.

1992

A milestone in our history: the design and production of our first in-house keyboard with integrated controller - the DS102W, a dustproof and waterproof plastic keyboard.

2000

Development and production of our first vandal-proof stainless steel keypad.

2004

First-time certification of the company's quality management system in accordance with ISO 9001.

2009

Product expansion Close cooperation with Printec H.T. USA.

2009

Change of name to Printec-DS Keyboard GmbH due to change of shareholders.

2010

Integration of touch technology into our product range.

2016

Relocation from Radolfzell to our new building in Steißlingen.

2016

Thomas Holeczek was added to the management team.

2018

We are committed to sustainable energy by installing a photovoltaic system on the roof of our company building and constructing a charging station for electric vehicles.

2022

Marcel Wieland was added to the management team.

2023

We have received the environmental certificate according to DIN EN ISO 14001:2015.

2023

40th anniversary of Printec-DS Keyboard Technik GmbH.

2023

Expansion of the possibilities of rapid prototyping through the use of 3D printers and 3D scanners.

2024

Our silicone keypads are certified in accordance with IEC 60945 Marine.

2025

Change of name to Printec-DS HMI Solutions GmbH.

2025

PDS HMI Solutions Corp. is established as a subsidiary of Printec-DS HMI Solutions in the USA. PDS collaborates with Printec H.T. USA regarding membrane systems.